Healthy evening,
IBS , especially IBS-D can cause discomfort and affect your energy levels, leading to fatigue.
A tailored diet plan can help manage symptoms and improve your overall well-being
Some dietary suggestions to help manage IBS -D and reduce fatigue
Low FODMAP foods you can eat
Fruits: bananas, strawberries, blueberries and oranges
Vegetables: carrots, spinach, zucchini and bell peppers
Lean protein: like chicken, turkey and fish
Grains: like rice, quinoa, oats and gluten free pasta
Increase fiber gradually:
Fiber can help manage IBS symptoms, but it’s essential to increase it gradually to avoid bloating or worsen diarrhoea
Soluble fibre found in oats, carrots and psyllium husk better tolerated IBS -D
Stay hydrated:
Diarrhoea can lead to dehydration, so it’s important to drink plenty of fluids especially water , herbal teas like peppermint or chamomile and
electrolytes drink to maintain hydration.
Smaller, frequent meals:
Eat smaller frequent meal throughout the day can reduce pressure on your digestive system and prevent overload it
Avoid triggering
Spicy foods
Fried or fatty foods
Caffeinated beverages
Alcohol
Add probiotics:
Probiotics can help restore a healthy gut microbiome, which may reduce diarrhoea and improve overall digestion
Probiotics: yogurt, fermented foods kefir, kimchi
Other Tips :
Mindfully eating:
Eat slowly and chew your foods throughly to avoid triggering digestive discomfort
Stress management:
Stress can exacerbate IBS symptoms. Incorporating relaxation techniques like deep breathing or yoga